1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | S |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 88 L |
